Question

The Federalists and Anti-Federalists argued primarily over which issue?

Answer 1

The Federalists and Anti-Federalists argued primarily over whether or not the Constitution should be ratified, and if so, how much power should be given the federal government at the expense of the states.

Answer 2

The Federalists and Anti-Federalists argued primarily over the power of a central government.

The Federalists wanted a strong national government, while the Anti-Federalists wanted to have a strong state governments.